Where My Heart Belongs

Many people have been asking where am I going and why? So I thought I would address those questions here.

While in high school, I traveled several times to Mexico which confirmed my love and passion for Spanish and that particular type of culture. I decided sometime in college that I wanted to become fluent in Spanish and live in Central America - at this point I didn't have a set location. Post graduate school I traveled to Guatemala on an adventure trip, and instantly fell in love. I remember arriving and loving everything in sight, from the scenery, to the people, to the community, and the language. I never expected to feel the way I did (and do) about one particular place. I have been reading this book and the author put it perfect. And I quote, "Some would-be expats are tired of living in a society where they seem to live only to work, rather than work as a part of daily living." and "About the Guatemala that I love, for there is also this lovely country that is woven into the tapestry of my soul." Al Argueta....amazing!!

While deciding where I was going to live, I searched many countries in Central America - but there comes a point where you have to concentrate on one location. Trust me, it is so time consuming and stressful. I chose Guatemala because I love the location, I have been there (so I feel a little more safe), and my mentor used to live there - so he has a good perspective on this sort of life I am setting myself up for.

So, the country as been chosen. One thing down....407 more to go. I again, have NO job, NO friends, NO place to live, and NO idea what I am doing. All I know is I am leaving with all of my stuff in a day pack and carrying that into the country!